ASPHALT PLANT 3 Stormwater Outfall, Carlisle, Arkansas | United States

ASPHALT PLANT 3 is a stormwater outfall located at 4575 Fred Koch Rd in Carlisle, Lonoke County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 324121, which corresponds to asphalt paving mixture and block manufacturing. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from an industrial site. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program. In Arkansas, stormwater discharges from industrial activities are typically regulated under a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) or individual permits. The site's industrial catchment area likely includes impervious surfaces and material storage areas that require best management practices for stormwater control. This outfall contributes to the management of stormwater runoff in the Carlisle area, helping to mitigate potential impacts on local water bodies. The facility's location in an industrial zone underscores the importance of proper stormwater treatment to protect downstream water quality and comply with environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in Lonoke County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like asphalt plants can contain pollutants such as sediments, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals. The outfall discharges to local water bodies that may be subject to Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) requirements under the Clean Water Act. Proper management of stormwater is essential to prevent degradation of aquatic habitats and ensure compliance with water quality standards.